Lions too strong for Maori All Blacks

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Ireland fly-half Johnny Sexton started in the number 10 jersey. Image credit: Lions official

By Simon Hunter

After several days of reflection on their narrow 23-22 defeat to the Highlanders, the British and Irish Lions have recorded a resounding victory over the Maori All Blacks.

In the past, this fixture has been described as the unofficial fourth test, due to its intensity.

The Lions had a slender 12-10 lead at the interval, but increased the pressure in the second half.

Wales fullback Leigh Halfpenny was busy with the boot, with 6 penalties and a conversion, while there was a penalty try, and one for Maro Itoje.

 

The timing of the win is significant, with just a week until Warren Gatland's men take on the All Blacks in the first test at Eden Park in Auckland, after facing the chiefs midweek.

 

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